Colorado - Apply for a Driver's License or ID Card

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Procedure

Obtaining an ID card for the first time

1. Present documents that proves your name, date of birth, identity and lawful presence in the United States.
2. You will also need to present your Social Security number or show your original, non-laminated Social Security card
3. Applicants must also provide proof of address. Proof of address is anything that shows your name and current residential address such as vehicle registration, check book, bank statement, utility bill, rent agreement, pay stub, school record, medical record, etc. Minors under 21 years old may use their parents drivers license or ID card if the address on the license or ID card is current.
4. Pay the ID fee.

Obtaining a Driver's License

1. Prepare your identification documents.
2. Schedule a drive test appointment. Note: You do not have to do this if you have completed a driving test in a driving school.
3. Bring your valid instruction permit, proof of address and other documents you will need to present to obtain a driver's license.

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Required Documents

Obtaining an ID Card or driver's license for the first time:

• Identification
  • U.S. citizens or permanent residents
  • Temporary lawfully present or non-lawfully present
• Social Security number or Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN)
  • U.S. citizens or permanent residents must present their non-laminated Social Security card or recite their number
  • Non-lawfully present residents must present their ITIN card or letter from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
• Proof of address

Obtaining a Driver's License:

• Valid instruction permit
• Proof of address
• If taking your drive skills test at a drivers license office, valid vehicle registration and valid insurance for the vehicle used during drive test is required
• If you completed your drive skills test with a drivers education instructor/school, bring the original "Drive Test Completion Form" with you

Office Locations & Contacts

Motor Vehicle Division
1881 Pierce St.
Lakewood, Colorado 80214 Map
Phone: (303) 205-5600
TDD: (303)205-5940
Email: [email protected]
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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Driver's License Offices

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Unit
PO Box 173350
Room 164
Denver, CO 80217
For general questions: 303-205-5694
Email: [email protected]

Eligibility

Residents of Colorado may hold a Colorado drivers license or Colorado ID card - not both.

Fees

ID Fees:

• ID card (under 60 years old): $10.50
• ID card (over 60 years old): Free

Driver's License: $21.00 ($23.00 if you have a motorcycle endorsement)

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

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Instructions

To be issued a Colorado Driver's License or Identification Card you must prove the following elements:

• Your full legal name
• Identity
• Age
• Lawful presence in the United States

You must also provide your social security number and proof of residential address.

• Driver's license offices only accept cash or checks - no credit or debit cards. Please plan accordingly.
• You must provide enough documentation to prove identity, age, name, and lawful presence.
• Each document must meet the following minimum requirements:
  • Certified originals
  • Certified amended originals
  • True copies certified by the issuing agency

Required Information

• Full Name
• Date of Birth
• Gender
• Social Security Number
• Date of Expiry
• Mailing address
• Residence address

Need for the Document

Following are procedures on how you can obtain a driver's license or ID card in Colorado.

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External Links

• Colorado Department of Revenue, Division of Motor Vehicles:

https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dmv/general-information-1

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